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Obamas hail ‘true giant’ as they credit Jesse Jackson for their success

Former US president Barack Obama and his wife Michelle have expressed deep sadness over , who they described as a “true giant”.

<p>Hollywood legend Robert Redford has died aged 89 (PA)</p>

culture

One of the lions has passed – Meryl Streep leads tributes to Robert Redford

<p>Singer Liam Payne, pictured, died aged 31 following a fall in Argentina. (Zac Goodwin/PA)</p>

people

Robbie Williams and Katie Waissel call for young artist care after Liam Payne’s death

Liam Payne death

culture

Liam Payne will ‘leave lasting legacy on the music industry’, says The X Factor

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Downton Abbey’s Hugh Bonneville leads tributes to ‘legend’ Maggie Smith

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celebrity

Missy Elliott leads tributes to Fatman Scoop saying he ‘will never be forgotten’

Mike Lynch and daughter Hannah were ‘part of a united, vibrant, loving family’

Mike Lynch and daughter Hannah were ‘part of a united, vibrant, loving family’

Family friends of Mike and Hannah Lynch have said the father and daughter were part of a “united, vibrant, loving family” – with the teenager remembered as a “diamond in a sea of stars” and the tech mogul as a brilliant storyteller.

Sat, 24 Aug, 2024

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Friends and business leaders pay tribute to Mike Lynch after death confirmed

Mr Lynch was confirmed to have died aged 59 after a luxury yacht, Bayesian, sank off the coast of Sicily

Thu, 22 Aug, 2024

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PM Justin Trudeau remembers ‘truly great Canadian artist’ Donald Sutherland

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has remembered actor-turned-activist Donald Sutherland as “truly a great Canadian artist” following his death aged 88.

Thu, 20 Jun, 2024

Strictly Come Dancing Photocall - London

Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers remembered as ‘brilliantly inspiring’

Myers co-star Si King announced on Thursday that the TV chef had died aged 66 after fighting cancer for the past couple of years

Thu, 29 Feb, 2024

Carl Weathers

Sylvester Stallone ‘torn up’ at death of Rocky co-star Carl Weathers

Weathers, a former American footballer who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star, played nemesis-turned-ally Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky movies

Sat, 03 Feb, 2024

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Parents of Brianna Ghey remember her as ‘funny, witty and fearless’

“I look into her eyes and they shine back at me, and I know she was a beautiful girl to be proud of.”

Wed, 20 Dec, 2023

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Labour leader Keir Starmer: We won’t see talent like Glenda Jackson again

Sir Keir Starmer has led tributes to veteran actress and former Labour politician Glenda Jackson saying she “leaves a space in our cultural and political life that can never be filled”.

Thu, 15 Jun, 2023

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Reese Witherspoon leads tributes to ‘elegant and glamorous’ Raquel Welch

Witherspoon worked with Welch on the 2001 cult classic film Legally Blonde

Thu, 16 Feb, 2023

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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson lead tributes to ‘gracious’ Lisa Marie Presley

Presley, the only daughter of rock legend Elvis, died on Thursday at the age of 54, shortly after being “rushed” to hospital

Fri, 13 Jan, 2023

A Concert For Killing Cancer - London

Ozzy Osbourne, Brian May and Jimmy Page lead tributes to Jeff Beck

The renowned guitarist, known for his work with The Yardbirds and The Jeff Beck Group, died on Tuesday at the age of 78, his family said in a statement posted online.

Thu, 12 Jan, 2023

Vatican Obit Pope Benedict XVI

Tributes for former pope pour in from around the world

Within minutes of the announcement of the death of Emeritus Pope Benedict XVI on Saturday morning, a wealth of tributes poured in from around the world, while the Vatican revealed that the late pontiff would be given a “simple” funeral, celebrated ...

Sat, 31 Dec, 2022

Ivor Novello Awards - London

Bill Clinton among famous faces remembering ‘rock n roll icon’ Christine McVie

Former US president Bill Clinton was among the famous faces remembering “rock n roll icon” Christine McVie and her “legendary career”.

Thu, 01 Dec, 2022

Angela Lansbury death

Dame Angela Lansbury hailed as ‘one of the last Golden Age of Hollywood stars’

Dame Angela Lansbury has been hailed as “one of the last Golden Age of Hollywood stars” and a “Broadway and West End icon” following her death.

Tue, 11 Oct, 2022

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Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube and MC Hammer among rap stars paying tribute to Coolio

Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube and MC Hammer are among the big names in the rap industry who have paid tribute to Coolio following news of his death.

Thu, 29 Sep, 2022

Olivia Newton-John death

Dolly Parton sad to have lost ‘my special friend’ Dame Olivia Newton-John

Dolly Parton says she is so sad to have lost her “special friend” Dame Olivia Newton-John, following her death aged 73.

Wed, 10 Aug, 2022

Royal Variety Performance - Coliseum

Olivia Newton-John hailed as an ‘angelic voice’ following death aged 73

Dame Olivia Newton-John has been hailed as an “angelic voice” who produced “stone cold classic” songs following her death aged 73.

Mon, 08 Aug, 2022

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Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola among stars paying tribute to James Caan

Director of The Godfather films Francis Ford Coppola and the cast have remembered “good, kind and wildly gifted” James Caan following his death aged 82.

Thu, 07 Jul, 2022

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Tributes flow for SBTV founder Jamal Edwards following his death at age 31

SBTV founder Jamal Edwards championed acts including Dave, Ed Sheeran and Jessie J

Mon, 21 Feb, 2022

Meat Loaf death

Tributes paid to ‘one-off talent’ and ‘powerhouse’ rocker Meat Loaf

Singer Bonnie Tyler has led tributes to Meat Loaf, saying she is “shocked and saddened” following his death aged 74.

Fri, 21 Jan, 2022

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Kanye West and Drake lead tributes to fashion designer Virgil Abloh

Rap superstars Kanye West and Drake have paid tribute to prolific fashion designer Virgil Abloh following his death at 41. The Louis Vuitton and Off-White designer had been privately battling cancer since 2019.

Mon, 29 Nov, 2021

The Fashion Awards 2018 - London

Gigi Hadid and Justin Timberlake lead tributes to designer Virgil Abloh after death at 41

The Louis Vuitton and Off-White designer had been privately battling cancer since 2019

Mon, 29 Nov, 2021

Laurence Olivier Awards - London

Tributes pour in for ‘musical theatre giant of our times’ Stephen Sondheim

Musical celebrities from both sides of the pond have paid tribute to American composer and songwriter Stephen Sondheim, a man who “fundamentally shifted an entire art form”.

Sat, 27 Nov, 2021

Sir David Amess death

Vigil held in honour of David Amess as colleagues lay flowers at murder site

Dozens of mourners attended a special service in memory of David Amess, while several fellow MPs added to floral tributes amassed outside the church where he was stabbed to death.

Sun, 17 Oct, 2021

John Challis death

Only Fools cast members praise ‘beloved friend’ and ‘gentleman’ John Challis

David Jason, who played Del Boy in the beloved sitcom alongside Challis as second-hand car dealer Boycie, spoke of his “sadness” following the news.

Sun, 19 Sep, 2021

EE British Academy Film Awards 2019 - Press Room - London

Riz Ahmed on Michael K Williams: He brought heart to the art

Riz Ahmed has remembered his former co-star Michael K Williams as “so generous, humble, badass, and so unapologetically yourself”, after his death at 54.

Tue, 07 Sep, 2021

Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 - London

Idris Elba mourns The Wire co-star Michael K Williams after his death at 54

Idris Elba has joined the stars of The Wire in mourning the death of Michael K Williams at the age of 54.

Tue, 07 Sep, 2021

Obit Michael K Williams

Hollywood pays tribute to The Wire and Boardwalk Empire actor Michael K Williams

Spike Lee, Wendell Pierce and Aldis Hodge have led the tributes to The Wire actor Michael K Williams following his death aged 54.

Tue, 07 Sep, 2021

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‘Such a shining star’ – TV and music worlds pay tribute to Sarah Harding

Alesha Dixon, Davina McCall and Geri Horner have led tributes to “shining star” Sarah Harding following her death at the age of 39.

Sun, 05 Sep, 2021

'The immaculate beating heart of the Rolling Stones': Stars pay tribute after drummer Charlie Watts

'The immaculate beating heart of the Rolling Stones': Stars pay tribute after drummer Charlie Watts

Elton John and Ringo Starr have joined names from across the music world to pay tribute to The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts following his death aged 80.

Tue, 24 Aug, 2021

Peaky Blinders: Series 2 Premiere - Birmingham

Cillian Murphy leads tributes to ‘gifted’ actress Helen McCrory

Cillian Murphy has led tributes to the “gifted” actress Helen McCrory, who has died aged 52. The actor labelled his Peaky Blinders co-star as a “beautiful, caring, funny compassionate human being”.

Sat, 17 Apr, 2021

Johnny Briggs death

‘We all adored him’: Corrie stars pay tribute to ‘lovely’ Johnny Briggs

Coronation Street actors have shared tributes on social media to “lovely man” Johnny Briggs, who has died aged 85.

Sun, 28 Feb, 2021

Obit Cicely Tyson

Viola Davis, Zendaya and Oprah Winfrey lead tributes to Cicely Tyson

Viola Davis, Zendaya and Oprah Winfrey have led the tributes to Cicely Tyson, following the pioneering actress’ death at the age of 96.

Fri, 29 Jan, 2021

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Larry King remembered as ‘a giant of broadcasting’ after death at 87

Larry King has been remembered as “a giant of broadcasting” and “a masterful TV interviewer”, whose name is “synonymous with CNN”.

Sat, 23 Jan, 2021

Valery Giscard d'Estaing.

Tributes for ‘great European’ Giscard following death aged 94

Tributes have poured in for former French president Valery Giscard d’Estaing who has died aged 94. Germany was quick to praise the convinced European who died after contracting coronavirus.

Thu, 03 Dec, 2020

Diego Maradona Obituary

Pele leads tributes to Diego Maradona: 'One day, I hope we can play football together in the sky'

The Brazilian three-time World Cup winner was often Maradona’s closest competitor in polls to decide the greatest footballer of all time

Wed, 25 Nov, 2020

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Melanie Sykes and Carol Vorderman lead tributes to Des O’Connor

Melanie Sykes has led tributes to her former presenting partner Des O’Connor following his death aged 88. Sykes and O’Connor, who died in hospital on Saturday after a fall at his home, presented Today With Des And Mel from 2002-2006.

Sun, 15 Nov, 2020

Sean Connery death

Sean Connery remembered as ‘world’s greatest Scot, the definitive Bond’

The producers of James Bond have said they are “devastated” by the at the age of 90, as he was remembered as “the world’s greatest Scot, the last of the real Hollywood stars, the definitive Bond”.

Sat, 31 Oct, 2020

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Tributes paid to former Glee star Naya Rivera following her death in lake

Tributes have been paid to former Glee star Naya Rivera, after her death was confirmed at the age of 33. The actress went missing last week during a boating trip at Lake Piru in Southern California with her four-year-old son, Josey Hollis.

Tue, 14 Jul, 2020

Cork comic book artist hails Stan Lee as among the 'most important writers of all time'

Cork comic book artist hails Stan Lee as among the 'most important writers of all time'

Irish comic book artist Will Sliney has paid tribute to legendary father of Marvel comics Stan Lee as one of the "most important writers of all time".

Tue, 13 Nov, 2018

Tributes paid to 'real friend of Ireland' John McCain

Tributes paid to 'real friend of Ireland' John McCain

Tributes have been paid by politicians at home and abroad to the late US Senator John McCain.

Sun, 26 Aug, 2018

Social media pays tribute to 'Irish food pioneer' Myrtle Allen

Social media pays tribute to 'Irish food pioneer' Myrtle Allen

She was the first Irish woman to be awarded a Michelin star, in 1975, and ran an Irish restaurant in Paris.

Wed, 13 Jun, 2018

Tributes paid to legend of theatre Michael Twomey

Tributes paid to legend of theatre Michael Twomey

Cha and Miah legend Frank Duggan has paid an emotional tribute to his friend and comedy partner of 44 years, Michael Twomey, who has died.

Thu, 17 Aug, 2017

85 people still in hospital after Nice lorry attack

85 people still in hospital after Nice lorry attack

Around 85 people remain in hospital after the deadly lorry attack in Nice, and 18 of them - including one child - are in a life-threatening condition, the French health minister said.

Sun, 17 Jul, 2016

Tributes flood in for Muhammad Ali

Tributes flood in for Muhammad Ali

Tributes have flooded in from the sports world and beyond for Muhammad Ali.

Sat, 04 Jun, 2016